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November 30, 2011
Overall the 2012 ShowBoats International Global Order Book shows 728 yachts over 80 feet long on order worldwide, which is 3% down from the 753 yachts under construction at this time in 2011 and still 27% down from a high of 1,008 orders reported in 2009. READ MORE
November 28, 2011
Boat International Media, the world’s leading media group serving the superyacht industry, and CMLA Representacoes Ltda, the Sao Paulo based publisher of Boat Shopping Brazil and organiser of Boat Xperience São Paulo, are delighted to announce a strategic partnership, working together to publish Boat International Brazil. READ MORE
October 25, 2011
This evening at the exclusive Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, the winners of the 2011 ShowBoats Design Awards were announced to a VIP audience of superyachts owners and the industry’s leading creative talents. READ MORE
October 13, 2011
Boat International Media is delighted to announce that the seventh annual World Superyacht Awards will take place in the magical city of Istanbul, Turkey at the luxurious Çırağan Palace Kempinski on 5 May, 2012. READ MORE
October 6, 2011
oat International Media, the world’s largest media group serving the superyacht industry, and Quarto Media, the Hamburg-based special interest publisher, are delighted to announce a strategic partnership, working together on Meer & Yachten. READ MORE
July 29, 2011
Following the unprecedented success of the inaugural Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous we are delighted to announce that the second edition of this unique event will take place March 14–17, 2012 at the brand new YCCS Virgin Gorda, in the British Virgin Islands. READ MORE
July 28, 2011
Enhancing our highly sought-after series of destinations guides written specifically to help superyacht owners get the maximum enjoyment from their yachts, Boat International Media is delighted to announce a new series of guides for 2012 covering key aspects of yacht design, management, operation and lifestyle. READ MORE
June 26, 2011
Day Three of The Rendezvous began early for the chefs participating in the Rendezvous Chefs Competition. READ MORE
June 25, 2011
As Rendezvous crew readied the yachts for the Cruise in Company, Professor Syed Haq, founder of the London Preventative Medicine Centre hosted a well-attended seminar on Wellness and Anti-Ageing on board the Host Yacht Felicita West. READ MORE
June 24, 2011
Today in the heart of Port Hercule, a selection of the world's finest superyachts are lined up along the Quai des États-Unis ready for the first full day of activities at The Rendezvous in Monaco 2011, an annual event for superyacht owners and their families. READ MORE
>June 11, 2011
Harry Macklowe’s Unfurled and Irvine Laidlaw’s Highland Fling have been crowned the winners of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2011 in Porto Cervo. READ MORE
June 10, 2011
Kora 5 of Portofino and Highland Fling were the winners on Fitzroy Race Day, the third day of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2011 in Porto Cervo. READ MORE
June 9, 2011
There was some relief and no argument with principal race officer Peter Craig’s decision to cancel racing on day two of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2011 in Porto Cervo. READ MORE
June 8, 2011
Day 1 of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2011 in Porto Cervo tested the 27 crew and their yachts to their limits, and beyond in some cases. READ MORE
May 8, 2011
Last night in the heart of the City of London, the superyacht industry’s finest gathered in the magnificent surroundings of Guildhall for the most glamorous and anticipated event in the yachting calendar – the sixth annual World Superyacht Awards. READ MORE
March 20, 2011
Guests of the Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous met this morning to bid each other farewell over brunch at Biras Beach. READ MORE
March 19, 2011
After a night on the tiles following the Mount Gay Cocktail and Canapé competition, many of those on board were a little dusty this morning as the yachts headed out for the final show down. READ MORE
March 18, 2011
The breeze was set at 12-14 knots as the sailing yachts headed out to compete on a course which would see the fleet circumnavigate Virgin Gorda. READ MORE
March 17, 2011
After a stunning opening party, the anticipation of Race Day 1 had everyone buzzing with excitement mixed with a little trepidation for the yachts whose inaugural race it was today. READ MORE
March 16, 2011
On Wednesday 16 March, in the presence of superyacht owners and VIPs from around the world, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda and Victor International unveiled the new Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Marina (YCCS Marina), in North Sound Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands (BVI). READ MORE
January 31, 2011
After nine years of loyal service to Boat International Media, Rebecca Cahilly has decided to step down as Editor of ShowBoats International following the recent birth of her second child. READ MORE
December 21, 2010
Lilian Lee is happiest when on or by the water. She doesn’t just write about the boating world, she is an active part of the boating world, whatever the season. READ MORE
December 20, 2010
Superyacht owners and industry VIPs streamed in to Phuket this week to celebrate the very special tenth anniversary edition of the Asia Superyacht Rendezvous, which took place 16 – 18 December 2010. READ MORE
December 6, 2010
For those seeking global economic indicators that also forecast future spending and consumer confidence, there is no more glamorous indicator than orders for luxury yachts. The commitment of capital for a discretionary item that may take three or four years to build is certainly an indicator not only of current wealth, but also of long-range confidence. ShowBoats International magazine has just released its report of yachts over 80 feet under construction at shipyards around the world and it notes there are currently 749 such gorgeous creatures underway or on order. READ MORE
December 3, 2010
The Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous will take place March 16–20, 2011 in the idyllic setting of Virgin Gorda, in the British Virgin Islands. Open to both motor and sailing yachts this family friendly event will bring together like minded yacht owners for four days of on the water activities, racing and a glamorous Caribbean social program. READ MORE
November 30, 2010
There are now only a few weeks remaining to submit your nominations for the sixth annual World Superyacht Awards - the superyacht industry's most anticipated prize giving. READ MORE
November 25, 2010
Motor and sail superyachts will be streaming into Phuket from the Mediterranean and other international seas for the prestigious Asia Superyacht Rendezvous, taking place 16-18 December 2010. READ MORE
November 23, 2010
Now readying the 19th edition of its highly regarded catalog of the finest luxury yachts for charter and the world’s most exciting cruising destinations, Publisher Tony Harris confirmed yesterday that the 2011 edition of CharterFleet International will have significant distribution for the first time in Asia and Europe, expanding the availability of charter information to a growing customer base in Europe, Russia and China. READ MORE
October 28, 2010
Victor International is pleased to announce a new partnership with the renowned Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS), to create a new yacht club & marina, YCCS Virgin Gorda, in North Sound, British Virgin Islands. READ MORE
October 27, 2010
The inaugural ShowBoats Design Awards 2010 took place last night at the exclusive Mar A Lago Club, Donald Trump’s private members club in Palm Beach, Florida. READ MORE
October 19, 2010
Boat International Media, the world’s leading media group serving the superyacht industry, and Montaigne Publications, the French based luxury publisher of Monsieur, Montres Magazine and Dreams Publications are delighted to announce a strategic partnership, working together on Mer & Bateaux. READ MORE
September 21, 2010
Boat International Media is delighted to announce the inaugural Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous taking place March 16–20, 2011 in the idyllic setting of Virgin Gorda, in the British Virgin Islands. READ MORE
July 20, 2010
Boat International Media are delighted to announce our support of the Asia Superyacht Rendezvous, acting as the exclusive Media Partner of this very special tenth anniversary edition of the event to be held on 16 – 18 December 2010. READ MORE
June 27, 2010
Guests and friends met at the Yacht Club de Monaco this morning to bid each other farewell at the conclusion of The Rendezvous in Monaco by Boat International Media. READ MORE
June 26, 2010
Sometimes things just go your way and today at The Rendezvous in Monaco, the stars aligned beautifully for Lürssen’s 60m Linda Lou. READ MORE
June 25, 2010
The Port of Monaco may be considered the European home of superyachting, but even this glittering Principality had never witnessed the spectacle of 10 superyachts representing nine of the world’s largest shipyards motoring across the sea in beautifully orchestrated formation. READ MORE
June 24, 2010
Today at the heart of Port Hercule in The Principality of Monaco, thirteen magnificent superyachts lined-up along the privatized Quai des Etats Unis for the largest ever edition of The Rendezvous in Monaco. Almost 700 metres of superyachts combined makes this the most significant collection of yachts ever to attend this exclusive event. READ MORE
June 23, 2010
Boat International Media is delighted to announce that Graff Diamonds are the latest addition to an impressive list of partners and sponsors supporting this exclusive event. READ MORE
June 23, 2010
Following the resounding success of the third annual Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta organised by Boat International Media and Yacht Club Costa Smeralda we are delighted to announce the dates for the next edition of the event will be 7 - 11 June 2011. READ MORE
June 22, 2010
Boat International Media is delighted to announce that Marilyn Mower will be joining the group’s senior editorial team in August 2010. READ MORE
June 19, 2010
An impressive selection of some of the world’s largest and most recently launched luxury yachts will arrive in the Principality of Monaco for the twentieth annual Rendezvous. READ MORE
June 15, 2010
Having received over 200 nominations for the ShowBoats Design Awards, our team of international editors were set the challenging task of refining this impressive list to a group of outstanding finalists. READ MORE
June 12, 2010
Conditions came good off Porto Cervo for the final day of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta. READ MORE
June 11, 2010
After yesterday’s racing at the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta was lost, with Porto Cervo being battered by 30 knots winds, so today there was a flat calm on the waters off northwest Sardinia. After a wait out on the water for the sea breeze to fill in, a race was started only for it to be canned as the wind fizzled away to nothing. READ MORE
June 10, 2010
After a breezy opening day that saw several boats returning to the marina off the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda with breakage, so strong winds continued to blow overnight and through into this morning when, after a 90 minute delay, Principle Race Office Peter Craig cancelled day two of racing at the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta. READ MORE
June 10, 2010
Boat International Media and marine conservation organisation Oceana are delighted to announce that the inaugural Bal d’Oceana gala on 25 June will take place under the High Patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II. READ MORE
June 9, 2010
Strong winds and Sardinian sunshine made for an exhilarating start to the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta in Porto Cervo today. READ MORE
June 8, 2010
Twenty-eight of the largest and most spectacular sailing superyachts in existence are ready and waiting in Porto Cervo for the start of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta. READ MORE
June 3, 2010
There is now less than one week to go before the Mediterranean superyacht racing calendar opens with four days of exhilarating racing on the emerald waters of the Costa Smeralda at the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta. The regatta is organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) in collaboration with Boat International Media. Following consultation with the participating owners, Edoardo Recchi, Sports Director at YCCS, has preliminarily split the diverse fleet of 28 yachts into two divisions with the aim of making the competition as exciting and challenging as possible for all involved without compromising the safety of the vessels or crew. READ MORE
May 23, 2010
The 5th edition of The World Superyacht Awards recognizing the most outstanding superyachts delivered in 2009 took place last night at London’s Guildhall. The news broadcaster Mishal Hussain presented the “Neptunes” to the winners. READ MORE
May 13, 2010
The largest ever line-up of yachts will participate in this year’s Rendezvous in Monaco. To date, 15 superyachts have confirmed attendance at this exclusive event, the majority of which will represent the largest and finest shipyards in the world. READ MORE
May 11, 2010
Demand is still strong for a place in the fleet of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta and the diversity exemplified by the substantial entry list of yachts is testament to the first class racing conditions of the Costa Smeralda and the popularity of this annual event. READ MORE
April 27, 2010
Boat International Media and marine conservation organization Oceana are joining forces to create Bal d'Oceana, an exclusive black tie charity event in Europe on 25 June, 2010. READ MORE
April 13, 2010
Boat International Media and the Royal Institution of Naval Architects are delighted to present the Young Designer of the Year Award finalists. READ MORE
April 9, 2010
Nominations for the ShowBoats Design Awards close in 1 week. READ MORE
April 7, 2010
Please note that due to considerable interest, the closing date for submissions for the Voyager’s Award has now been extended to Thursday 29 April 2010. READ MORE
March 19, 2010
Boat International Media, the world’s leading media group serving the superyacht industry, and Edipresse Asia, the Hong Kong based publisher of Asia’s finest luxury magazine portfolio including Asia Tatler and Yachtstyle, are delighted to announce they are to team up to produce Boat International China. READ MORE
March 17, 2010
Boat International Media is delighted to present the Voyager’s Award – an exciting new category honouring an extraordinary sea adventurer at the World Superyacht Awards 2010. READ MORE
March 8, 2010
We are thrilled to announce that Royal Huisman's 32 metre Gliss, designed by Philippe Briand, will be returning to defend her title. After four days of exhilarating racing on the dazzling, turquoise waters of the Costa Smeralda in 2009, her delighted owner was presented with the Loro Piana Prize Overall, the Silver Jubilee Cup by Boat International Media. READ MORE
February 22, 2010
Boat International Media are delighted to present The Rendezvous in Monaco on 24 – 27 June 2010, in association with the Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss). Since its debut in 1990, The Rendezvous has established itself as a must-attend event for superyacht owners from all over the globe. At this unique gathering of luxury yachts of over 30 metres, owners and their guests will enjoy four days of first-class hospitality in one of Europe’s most glamorous yachting destinations, as well as a fun-filled day programme of activities and on-the-water events to give owners the opportunity to enjoy their yachts and toys to the maximum. READ MORE
February 13, 2010
As the superyacht industry has grown and developed over the years, we feel the yachts and the designers and craftsmen behind their construction deserve to be recognised specifically in the areas of interior design, styling, innovation and technology. The ShowBoats Design Awards will adopt the individual design awards formerly presented at the World Superyacht Awards. A number of new categories will also be added to recognise and acknowledge, for the first time ever, the industry’s talents specific to craft and design. Roger Lean-Vercoe will act as Chairman of the Judges, a neutral panel of experienced and passionate yacht owners, project managers, designers and craftsmen from a variety of backgrounds within the world of design. READ MORE
February 5, 2010
The Royal Yacht Squadron (RYS) and two partner Clubs, the New York Yacht Club (NYYC) and Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM), are staging the Westward Cup regatta in Cowes from 5-11 July 2010 working with Boat International Media as Media Partner of the event. The organisers aim also to establish an event that would eventually lead to a revival of Big Class classic yacht racing as it was known from the 1910s – 1930s. READ MORE
January 29, 2010
Boat International Media are delighted to annouce a new partnership with Spanish shipyard Atollvic, who proudly sponsor the Best Sailing Yacht in 30m to 44m size range category at the forthcoming Word Superyacht Awards. READ MORE
January 25, 2010
Boat International Media is delighted to present the finalists for the World Superyacht Awards 2010. Over 100 nominations were received for the 5th edition of the World Superyacht Awards. Under the guidance of Chairman Roger Lean-Vercoe, Boat International Media’s editors met over the course of two days to study each individual nomination and refine the list to a group of outstanding finalists. READ MORE
January 18, 2010
Boat International Media and Yacht Club Costa Smeralda are delighted to announce that famed shipyard Perini Navi are to sponsor the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2010. READ MORE
December 23, 2009
Boat International Media is delighted to announce that The Rendezvous will take place from the 24th – 27th June 2010 in Monaco. At a unique gathering of superyachts, owners, friends and their families will enjoy four days of a first-class on-the-water and a busy land based social programme in one of Europe’s most glamorous yachting destinations. READ MORE
December 22, 2009
Following the success of their involvement with the event in 2008 and 2009, Southern Wind Shipyard is proud to partner with Boat International Media and YCCS as Silver Sponsor of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2010. READ MORE
December 21, 2009
Boat International Media are pleased to announce a new partnership with Spanish shipyard Viudes Yachts, who proudly sponsor the award for Best Displacement Motor Yacht of Below 500 Gross Tons at the forthcoming World Superyacht Awards in May 2010. READ MORE
December 15, 2009
Boat International Media and Yacht Club Costa Smeralda are delighted to partner once again to host the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta in 2010. The owners and captains of eighteen of the most prolific yachts on the racing circuit have already registered their interest in participating in next year’s third edition of this magnificent regatta. READ MORE
December 11, 2009
With only a few weeks left until the new year is upon us, please note a few important deadlines regarding the World Superyacht Awards 2010. READ MORE
December 3, 2009
Boat International Media are delighted to welcome acclaimed yacht builders Oyster Marine as sponsor of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2010, which will take place in Porto Cervo on 8 – 12 June 2010. READ MORE
December 1, 2009
Featuring 17 sensational yachts, Sparktacular Fireworks, Worth Avenue fashions, fantastic cars of the Fifties and a 007 James Bond Ball at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Club headlined by songstress Donna Summer, the 22nd Annual ShowBoats International Boys & Girls Clubs Rendezvous was considered a smashing success by all who attended. READ MORE
November 30, 2009
Boat International Media is delighted to announce an exciting new partnership with Italian luxury brand Bulgari, proud sponsors of the fifth annual World Superyacht Awards. For over a century, Bulgari has been setting the pace for Italian style in jewellery and is now firmly established as one of the most recognized and desirable luxury brands in the world. In Rome, Paris, London, New York and Los Angeles, as well as in Tokyo and Dubai, Bulgari is the ultimate in refinement and prestige, the finest expression for style and beauty. READ MORE
November 24, 2009
The search for the 2010 Young Designer of the Year is now well and truly underway and we have already received an in impressive number of entries from students and recent graduates who share our passion for big, beautiful boats. READ MORE
November 19, 2009
The yachting industry’s first “user-generated magazine” hits the docks tomorrow. Dubbed Dockwalk Your Way, editors at Dockwalk magazine turned over their December issue entirely to their captains and crew readers. More than 150 submissions were received from all over the world, varying from stunning travel photography to gripping shipwreck stories contributed by veteran captains and job-seeking dockwalkers alike. READ MORE
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